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front grill paint or replace

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 19 Mar 2017, 17:45
Replies: 14
by fazzer » 20 Apr 2015, 19:58

after complaints from the wife ive started doing some repairs to van,bumpers have been stripped and re powdercoated bought new end caps,ive repaired...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
19 Mar 2017, 17:45
light blenders

Last post by dumbo « 17 Mar 2017, 20:14
Replies: 1
by happy van » 17 Mar 2017, 20:06

Hi I have a pair of aftermarket light blenders and I was wondering how do you fix them to your van.I really do not want to drill my rear lights so if...

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Last post by dumbo
17 Mar 2017, 20:14
series 1 landrover

Last post by fazzer « 14 Mar 2017, 19:34
Replies: 13
by fazzer » 07 Mar 2017, 13:27

Anyone own a series one landy,I'm restoring one for my boss,I'm rebuilding chassis at moment but there's not much of it left,and most of the brackets...

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Last post by fazzer
14 Mar 2017, 19:34
Best Bumper Paint Please

Last post by kevcorks « 14 Mar 2017, 16:43
Replies: 3
by kevcorks » 13 Mar 2017, 12:59

Hi

I am after a little advice as to the best paint to use on my big bumpers and plastic trim. As they are a mix of metal and plastic I am after...

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Last post by kevcorks
14 Mar 2017, 16:43
Side Door Lock Broken - Help!

Last post by Danielsan4D « 14 Mar 2017, 10:54
Replies: 6
by Danielsan4D » 14 Mar 2017, 09:34

Morning lovely folk.

Please be kind to a newish member and technical layman!

Mods feel free to move if this is in the wrong place.

The interior...

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Last post by Danielsan4D
14 Mar 2017, 10:54
Advice Please!!

Last post by multisi « 14 Mar 2017, 09:36
Replies: 6
by Dave Brackenridge » 12 Mar 2017, 16:06

Got a new Van, Love it but someone has told me due to rust it may not be worth while fixing it. I'm not a rich man at all. Im a charity worker....

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Last post by multisi
14 Mar 2017, 09:36
Rear Louver Window Cover

Last post by Smosh « 13 Mar 2017, 22:15
Replies: 4
by eiret25 » 10 Mar 2017, 08:01

Morning all. Would any member know where I could get my hands on rear louver rindow cover similar to the one in the photograph?

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Last post by Smosh
13 Mar 2017, 22:15
Tin Top to High Top

Last post by 100leelee « 13 Mar 2017, 10:35

by 100leelee » 13 Mar 2017, 10:35

Hi,
After looking for a half decent high top project and finally convinced that the best route might be to find a solid tin top and add the roof. Has...

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Last post by 100leelee
13 Mar 2017, 10:35
New Seat

Last post by Dave Brackenridge « 12 Mar 2017, 21:44
Replies: 6
by Dave Brackenridge » 09 Mar 2017, 16:04

Guys, I need a Buddy seat with seatbelt to carry an extra passenger in my camper. Can anyone tell me where to get one without bankrupting me??

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Last post by Dave Brackenridge
12 Mar 2017, 21:44
Sliding Window Felt ( runners? )

Last post by Smiffo « 12 Mar 2017, 19:05
Replies: 4
by Smiffo » 12 Mar 2017, 17:40

Evening all.

I have the side sliding windows out, both sides, and want to refurb them a bit, with an aim to stop them rattling.
I have found a few...

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Last post by Smiffo
12 Mar 2017, 19:05
Surface rust... My plan

Last post by restoman « 10 Mar 2017, 20:35
Replies: 8
by crazyhorse » 26 Feb 2017, 17:35

Hi gang,

I am in need or some advice here.

I have some surface rust on the van, was planning on rollering in the summer, but need a temp barrier....

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Last post by restoman
10 Mar 2017, 20:35
Paint colour .. which one !!

Last post by git monkey « 09 Mar 2017, 21:43
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by git monkey » 08 Mar 2017, 11:14

Hi All,
I've done some lower body work on my 89' Reimo (based on a Velle) & need paint .. The silver sticker indicates LA5B (Marine Blue) &
LK5E...

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Last post by git monkey
09 Mar 2017, 21:43
DIY Spraying

Last post by Dazco « 09 Mar 2017, 19:09
Replies: 16
by Ant-t » 03 Mar 2017, 15:15
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I'm about to replace some panels on my van and I'm tired of the results using rattle spray cans. I don't want to go down the roller route, no offence...
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Last post by Dazco
09 Mar 2017, 19:09
Jacking point

Last post by RogerT « 08 Mar 2017, 22:35
Replies: 15
by RogerT » 05 Mar 2017, 14:03
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Just seen this...

The plan had been to stop using the van after the summer to do all the bodywork and welding, but with the MOT due before we...
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Last post by RogerT
08 Mar 2017, 22:35
window windr mech

Last post by kriswhite « 07 Mar 2017, 10:37
Replies: 1
by VERAT25 » 05 Mar 2017, 08:35

hi
just fitted new window winder mechanism.

all lined up on fixing holes etc

fitted in ok/ but window stops about 12mm short of closing fully....

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Last post by kriswhite
07 Mar 2017, 10:37
The perils of original VW underseal.....

Last post by toolsntat « 05 Mar 2017, 23:37

by toolsntat » 05 Mar 2017, 23:37

Heads up on this one to save yourselves a fortune.
This stuff is wonderful for stopping the water getting at the metalwork but should any faults...

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Last post by toolsntat
05 Mar 2017, 23:37
New Tailgate struts from Brickwerks

Last post by SamsBus2012 « 04 Mar 2017, 23:53
Replies: 14
by itchyfeet » 03 Mar 2017, 17:16

Trying to fit these thought it would be easy, they are about an inch too long ( same length as origionals) and I just can't compress them by hand,...

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Last post by SamsBus2012
04 Mar 2017, 23:53
sliding door help required

Last post by freckvan1 « 02 Mar 2017, 20:56
Replies: 6
by ermie571 » 22 Feb 2017, 11:56

ok folks.

1984 (change over year, obviously!) rhd single slider

Trying to opent the slider and the rear of the door is no longer popping out. Has a...

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Last post by freckvan1
02 Mar 2017, 20:56
Sliding door handles

Last post by multisi « 02 Mar 2017, 09:23
Replies: 1
by whitebob » 01 Mar 2017, 16:51

Would a door handle described as for a right hand sliding door work on a door on a left side door? And any suggestions as to how to get the grub...

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Last post by multisi
02 Mar 2017, 09:23
Painting my pop top

Last post by blakeys80 « 02 Mar 2017, 08:17
Replies: 2
by blakeys80 » 01 Mar 2017, 13:58

Im about to order some Rustoleum combi colour, to start painting the body of the van, so thought I'd buy the white for the pop top too. I know...

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Last post by blakeys80
02 Mar 2017, 08:17
Chassis leg repair behind rear turret

Last post by Whitevanman « 01 Mar 2017, 22:45
Replies: 3
by Whitevanman » 29 Dec 2016, 16:14

Hi All,

I've been slowly working through the rust on my van without many questions as so many of the repairs are covered in detail already.

I am...

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Last post by Whitevanman
01 Mar 2017, 22:45
Towbar

Last post by Theclash « 28 Feb 2017, 23:34
Replies: 10
by Theclash » 27 Feb 2017, 20:34

I have a holdsworth with big bumpers and want to remove the rear bumper and tow bar for a bit of paint work
I have managed to remove the rear bumper...

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Last post by Theclash
28 Feb 2017, 23:34
Tailgate Leak - How's it Getting In?

Last post by argon « 28 Feb 2017, 22:01
Replies: 7
by Jeavsy » 26 Feb 2017, 09:38

Morning all,

Every time I open my tailgate, I get a gush of water out of the lower holes in the door. Last year I tried to tackle this and found...

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Last post by argon
28 Feb 2017, 22:01
Disconnect Before Welding

Last post by jamesc76 « 28 Feb 2017, 21:04
Replies: 11
by Ant-t » 25 Feb 2017, 12:04

I alway disconnect both batterys, starter and leisure, I also earth as close to the work area as possible. I haven't had a problem with frying the...

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Last post by jamesc76
28 Feb 2017, 21:04
Glue to fix westfalia double glazed window

Last post by danmetallic « 28 Feb 2017, 19:44
Replies: 16
by bene » 08 Feb 2017, 17:42
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So yeh, I'm not having much luck with my westy windows... Long story, made short, I have broken one.
Is there a glue I should be using to fix it?
I...
16 Replies

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Last post by danmetallic
28 Feb 2017, 19:44
Cab headlining Help

Last post by crazymilk « 27 Feb 2017, 09:29
Replies: 3
by crazymilk » 24 Feb 2017, 16:20

Hi there
I have a new cab headlining that I need to fit. I have the bars and the witches hats and the headlining comes with the card strip sewn at...

3 Replies

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Last post by crazymilk
27 Feb 2017, 09:29
Early or late

Last post by meggles « 26 Feb 2017, 21:11
Replies: 2
by meggles » 26 Feb 2017, 20:42

I've trawled through many topics but I can't find the answer and I really cannot remember if I was told this is an early or late sliding door handle....

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Last post by meggles
26 Feb 2017, 21:11
T25 exterior pop up roof protection?

Last post by New Kentish Campers « 26 Feb 2017, 19:27
Replies: 1
by cjkid » 25 Feb 2017, 15:39

Looking to repaint, seal and protect the exterior of my T25 pop-up roof as it is looking very worn and seems to be causing damp on the inside...

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Last post by New Kentish Campers
26 Feb 2017, 19:27
door pillar grab handle

Last post by IAN-H « 25 Feb 2017, 21:56
Replies: 5
by IAN-H » 24 Feb 2017, 09:46

I want to fit a door pillar grab handle to the RH pillar on my 25. I have the handle but there are two pairs of blank holes in the pillar. Is there a...

5 Replies

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Last post by IAN-H
25 Feb 2017, 21:56
Double glazed windows

Last post by Dylan79 « 25 Feb 2017, 17:14
Replies: 7
by Dylan79 » 25 Feb 2017, 10:28

Hi guys

I need to replace the window rubbers, I've got double glazed windows and I think they are different from flat glass window rubbers. Can...

7 Replies

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Last post by Dylan79
25 Feb 2017, 17:14
original seat fabric ?

Last post by multisi « 24 Feb 2017, 09:10
Replies: 2
by argon » 23 Feb 2017, 21:17

My lovely 1988 a/s transporter pop top is all original and in very nice condition,but the cab seats are in need of recovering,I believe the fabric is...

2 Replies

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Last post by multisi
24 Feb 2017, 09:10
Fitting roof bars to super viking

Last post by mariner « 23 Feb 2017, 17:17

by mariner » 23 Feb 2017, 17:17

Hi all. I've got a super Viking and I've taken the plunge and decided to replace the canvas - the kids have had enough of the 30 years of damp and...

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Last post by mariner
23 Feb 2017, 17:17
Holdsworth Villa 3 - seals for van conversion windows

Last post by Smiffo « 22 Feb 2017, 17:46
Replies: 11
by italianjob » 22 Feb 2017, 13:16

Hello
I'm after some advice on what seals to order for the Windows on my van. She's an 85 C reg Holdsworth Villa 3 converted from a panel van. Was...

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Last post by Smiffo
22 Feb 2017, 17:46
Instead of welding...gluing?

Last post by Reverend « 22 Feb 2017, 09:27
Replies: 18
by Reverend » 17 May 2016, 13:32
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I've heard mixed ideas about bodypanel glues and i wonder what you think? I need to replace some tin in my syncro in areas that do not interfere the...
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Last post by Reverend
22 Feb 2017, 09:27
Bodywork Garage

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 22 Feb 2017, 08:07
Replies: 2
by moojw » 21 Feb 2017, 14:31

Hi all

I'm sure there are some posts on here about recommended bodywork Garages but I've not found them, I'm in West London and don't mind a bit of...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
22 Feb 2017, 08:07
Bodywork

Last post by DoubleOSeven « 22 Feb 2017, 08:04
Replies: 9
by skdub » 04 Feb 2017, 10:54

Hi guys,

Any recommendations for a half decent body shop .... Need them to go over the van, some seam stuff (rear quarter) and bits here and there...

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Last post by DoubleOSeven
22 Feb 2017, 08:04
Lower Tailgate Edge

Last post by Plasticman « 20 Feb 2017, 15:25
Replies: 7
by Ant-t » 12 Feb 2017, 09:46

I want replace my rusty lower tailgate edge, does anyone know if a repair panel is available? Or is it a case of making up a strip from scratch?

7 Replies

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Last post by Plasticman
20 Feb 2017, 15:25
Side Vent Fixings

Last post by Winchweight « 20 Feb 2017, 14:33
Replies: 1
by crazymilk » 20 Feb 2017, 14:06

Hi there
Anybody know where/what to get the plastic fixings that fit the side air vents in to the square holes?

Thanks

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Last post by Winchweight
20 Feb 2017, 14:33
Recommended panels ?

Last post by doenut82 « 19 Feb 2017, 22:47
Replies: 5
by doenut82 » 12 Feb 2017, 10:13

Can anyone recommend which panels are the good panels to use on complete panel replacements on nsr. Also looking at replacing both outer sills , osr...

5 Replies

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Last post by doenut82
19 Feb 2017, 22:47
Radius Arm Chassis Repair Advice Please!!

Last post by Dentman « 19 Feb 2017, 11:09
Replies: 15
by Dentman » 24 Jan 2017, 20:18
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Hi

I have a a 1988 High top converted.

Steering is a bit vague/handful when windy!!

Plan is to replace Radius bushes/Arms. Lower arm Bush....
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Last post by Dentman
19 Feb 2017, 11:09
offside upper repair panel.

Last post by bigbadbob76 « 18 Feb 2017, 18:23
Replies: 15
by bigbadbob76 » 15 Jan 2017, 12:45
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Having a brain fart here so would appreciate some advise.
My camper is a converted panel van with a sliding window behind the drivers seat, window...
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Last post by bigbadbob76
18 Feb 2017, 18:23
Sliding door Sliding window

Last post by keynsham1 « 18 Feb 2017, 12:48

by keynsham1 » 18 Feb 2017, 12:48

I have a 1987 T25 Devon Eurovette Hi top. I am very pleased with it but I would really like to fit a sliding window into the sliding side door. The...

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Last post by keynsham1
18 Feb 2017, 12:48
Lining the Hightop

Last post by evilnoodle « 17 Feb 2017, 19:11
Replies: 2
by ArvonW » 03 Feb 2017, 10:54

Hi |Al,

quick question or two:

1 - would it be better to add the roof prior to lining it out or could it be done before i actually add the roof to...

2 Replies

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Last post by evilnoodle
17 Feb 2017, 19:11
Rattles from dashboard

Last post by philmcC « 16 Feb 2017, 10:19
Replies: 12
by philmcC » 13 Feb 2017, 17:31

What's the best way of stopping rattles from glovebox, front plastic panel, and dashboard?. The the surface of the roads around where I live has not...

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Last post by philmcC
16 Feb 2017, 10:19
respraying

Last post by Plasticman « 15 Feb 2017, 19:32
Replies: 1
by ianmarian » 15 Feb 2017, 17:57

i am looking for some were in the north west to spray my 1990 t25 am in anglesea bin let down by two garages now hope someone can help

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Last post by Plasticman
15 Feb 2017, 19:32
Normal seats to rock/roll seats?

Last post by multisi « 15 Feb 2017, 13:15
Replies: 3
by Reverend » 15 Feb 2017, 07:59

My camper conversion is almost done, but i would not want to throw away my back seats, especially when they are GL trim. I wonder can you somehow...

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Last post by multisi
15 Feb 2017, 13:15
Tailgate struts

Last post by colynmac « 14 Feb 2017, 16:05
Replies: 2
by colynmac » 14 Feb 2017, 14:49

How do you replace the tailgate struts?
I have got new ones ready to fit but am puzzled.

Any help much appreciated, thanks.

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Last post by colynmac
14 Feb 2017, 16:05
Seat Covers

Last post by craigy345 « 12 Feb 2017, 21:02

by craigy345 » 12 Feb 2017, 21:02

Anyone found some decent seat covers? front and rear?

I have worn Club Joker front ISRI seats.

Found these...

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Last post by craigy345
12 Feb 2017, 21:02
Need help - tintop roof

Last post by CovKid « 12 Feb 2017, 16:39
Replies: 5
by CovKid » 11 Feb 2017, 23:33

Need a bit of help - for once :)

My plan is to fix up some small storage recesses on kitchen side, above worktop, in a tintop. As mine is a...

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Last post by CovKid
12 Feb 2017, 16:39
Funny Sized Glass

Last post by King Kenny « 11 Feb 2017, 19:06
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by crazymilk » 09 Feb 2017, 14:02

Managed to break the glass in my converted panel van sliding door.

Looking for a replacement but I have measured it and it is 1015x382mm

All the...

2 Replies

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Last post by King Kenny
11 Feb 2017, 19:06

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